Andrew Holness
HIGH MARKS FOR BUDGET PRESENTATION
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness delivered an on-point address to Jamaicans during his contribution to the 2026/27 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on Thursday March 19. Titled From Resilience to Resurgence, the Prime Minister gave a marathon speech which touched on almost every area of society.
NEWS
News
March 20, 2026
Lifespan CEO Nayana Williams Named Advisor to Women Entrepreneurs Network of the Caribbean
The Women Entrepreneurs Network of the Caribbean (WENC) has announced the appointment of Nayana Williams, CEO of Lifespan Company Limited, as an Advisor to its Board, strengthening the organization’s mission to support and empower women entrepreneurs across the region.
Gov’t to Push Major Investment Projects Through Fast Jamaica
Mar 20, 2026
The Government of Jamaica is advancing the national growth strategy through the introduction of the Facilitated Acceleration of Strategic…
Holness scores high marks in Budget presentation
Mar 19, 2026
By Andrew Clunis Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness delivered an on-point address to Jamaicans during his contribution to the 2026/27 Budget…
SUPER LOTTO JACKPOT OF $194.4 MILLION HIT IN MANCHESTER, JAMAICA
Mar 18, 2026
Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) has announced that the first Super Lotto jackpot winner of 2026 has emerged from Manchester, Jamaica. A $200…
Golding repeats call for body-worn cameras
Mar 18, 2026
By Andrew Clunis Opposition Leader Mark Golding has reiterated the call for the country’s police officers to wear body worn cameras while…
BUSINESS
Business
March 18, 2026
As Kintyre Holdings (JA) continues its expansion drive, the Tyrone Wilson-led holding company has gobbled up another local company.
Mar 18, 2026
By Andrew Clunis Opposition Leader Mark Golding is proposing the establishment of a $1 billion fund to help young people start…
Mar 17, 2026
Dolla Financial Services Limited (“Dolla”), a prominent provider of innovative lending solutions, is happy to announce that its Board of…
Mar 09, 2026
Scotia Group reports net income of $4.1 billion for the quarter ended January 31, 2026.
Feb 24, 2026
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Jamaica’s Business Ministry, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, will participate in a Technical…
POLITICS
Politics
February 25, 2026
Fitz Jackson Condemns Remarks by National Security Minister
Opposition Spokesperson on National Security, Fitz Jackson, has condemned the recent remarks by the Minister of National Security Dr Horace Chang describing Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) as “living off blood money,” characterising the statement as unfortunate, reckless,…
Mia Mottley leads BLP to third parliamentary clean sweep in Barbados election
Feb 12, 2026
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has made regional political history, becoming the second Caribbean leader to win every seat in a…
Everald Warmington appointed commissioner of the Electoral Commission of Jamaica
Feb 05, 2026
Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Member of Parliament Everald Warmington has been appointed as a commissioner on the Electoral Commission of…
PNP Women’s Movement confident party will probe sex harassment claims by Councillor Chang
Jan 27, 2026
The People’s National Party Women’s Movement (PNP WM) president notes with concern the allegations of sexual harassment made by Councillor…
Get it together Electoral Commission
Sep 05, 2025
By Andrew Clunis It is over and done. Jamaica’s most highly anticipated elections have come to a close and the JLP won the well clamoured…
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Health & Wellness
March 20, 2026
Jamaica Hopeful for New Cuban Medical Mission Agreement – PM Holness
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica remains hopeful for a new arrangement with Cuba, as the existing Cuban Medical Mission comes to an end.
Approximately 200 Screened for Kidney Disease at KPH Health Fair and Blood Drive
Mar 19, 2026
Approximately 200 persons were screened for kidney disease at a Health Fair and Blood…
LASCO/NAJ Nurse of the Year Launches Project to Empower Women
Mar 19, 2026
Nurse of the Year for 2025, Fione Collins has launched her Inspiring Women Igniting…
Management Changes Announced for Western Region
Mar 19, 2026
The Chairman of the Western Regional Health Authority, Mr. Eric Clarke has announced that…
Introduce National Health Insurance Scheme - Golding
Mar 18, 2026
By Andrew Clunis Opposition Leader Mark Golding has urged the government to introduce a…
TRAVEL & TOURISM
Travel
March 20, 2026
Great things in store for Montego Bay
By Andrew Clunis A raft of development projects has been announced for the city of Montego Bay in Western Jamaica. The announcement was made on Thursday, March 19, by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness during his contribution to the 2026/27 national Budget Debate in the House of…
Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett elected to chair new CTO committee
Jan 30, 2026
The Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) has elected Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund ‘Ed’ Bartlett, to chair its new supply-side…
UN Tourism names Jamaica as Tourism Resilience Hub of the world
Jan 27, 2026
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) has named Jamaica as the Tourism Resilience Hub of the world, a global…
Jamaica cops Best Tourist Board at Globe Travel Awards 2026
Jan 23, 2026
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has won the Best Tourist Board at the just-concluded Globe Travel Awards 2026, held at the JW Marriott…
Tourism Minister Welcomes International Recognition for Local Hotels
Oct 10, 2025
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has commended the three local properties that have been ranked among the top-10 hotels in the…
ENTERTAINMENT
Entertainment
March 20, 2026
Chuck Norris, action icon and "Walker, Texas Ranger" star, dies at age 86
Action star and martial artist Chuck Norris has died, his family said Friday. He was 86.
Make Bob Marley and Miss Lou National Hero and Heroine
Mar 18, 2026
By Andrew Clunis Opposition Leader Mark Golding has repeated the call for Bob Marley and Miss Lou to be made National Hero and Heroine…
Plie for the Arts
Mar 07, 2026
Plié for the Arts celebrated its 10th Anniversary with the "Women of Vision" event on February 27, 2026, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in…
Courvoisier Masterclass and Exclusive Corporate Mingle Elevate Spirits in Kingston
Mar 06, 2026
Kingston’s hospitality and corporate leaders gathered at TwentythreeJWN for an exclusive, invite-only Courvoisier Masterclass, led by…
The rush is on as JCDC begins to accept entries for Festival Queen, Festival Song and Gospel Star Competitions for 2026
Feb 17, 2026
Early submissions are already signalling positive momentum as the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), an agency of the Ministry…
SPORT
Sport
March 20, 2026
Grange announces J$5.5 million investment in JWPL, set for record breaking weekend of streamed matches
The Jamaica Women’s Premier League (JWPL) is poised for a historic weekend as the League delivers a record-breaking slate of live-streamed matches, further strengthening the visibility and commercial appeal of women’s football in Jamaica. For the first time this season, fans…
Equestrian Federation of Jamaica Begins Constitution Reform with Support from JOA President Christopher Samuda
Mar 07, 2026
The Equestrian Federation of Jamaica (EFJ), led by President Heidi Lalor, has launched a major governance reform process aimed at…
International Grants Boost Jamaican Equestrian Sport and Support Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Feb 19, 2026
The Equestrian Federation of Jamaica (EFJ) has received significant international grant funding totalling US$65,000, reinforcing the…
CPL to return to Jamaica in the summer
Feb 13, 2026
The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, has announced that “the Caribbean Premier League,…
Prestigious Diamond Mile to be Reintroduced as SVREL and JRC Join Forces for 2026 Racing Season
Feb 12, 2026
Supreme Ventures Racing and Entertainment Limited (SVREL), operators of Caymanas Park, has announced a new partnership with the Jamaica…
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